HADRON² Classic 800 Rim Brake
The pinnacle in affordable aero performance, the HADRON Classic 800 is designed to generate untapped speed and thrust in medium to low wind conditions. Equally at home performing in time trial and triathlon racing. The HADRON Classic 800 is simply the fastest, most accessible aero wheel on the market. UCI approved. Includes lifetime warranty for material and workmanship defects and a Fair-Share-Policy for any other riding damage.
Color options available:
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Specs
Weight / Rim | Front Wheel | Rear Wheel | Wheel Set | Aero Profile Height | Max. Rim Width | Brake Track Width |
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772g | 919g | 1691g | 48.5mm | 25mm | 23mm |
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795g | 953g | 1748g | 62.5mm | 27mm | 23mm |
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861g | 1004g | 1865g | 80.0mm | 28mm | 23mm |
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N/A | 1090g | N/A | N/A | N/A | 23mm |
Description
Compatibility
Shimano 10,11,12 speed freehub as standard. Also SRAM 10,11 speed compatible. Free hub kits available for order separately: Campagnolo 10,11, 12 speed, and 12-speed XDR Driver
Hub
DT Swiss 370 Classic, custom for Swiss Side. Rim brake wheel hub/axle dimensions are: 5mm x 100mm QR front / 5mm x 130mm QR rear.
Spokes
DT Swiss Aero Comp J-bend spokes with DT Swiss pro lock hidden aluminium nipples.
Front Rim Brake (radial pattern): 16 spokes (20 spokes for 485).
Rear Rim Brake (2:1 pattern): 21 spokes (24 spokes for 485)
Front Disc Brake (2-cross pattern): 24 spokes.
Rear Disc Brake (2-cross pattern): 24 spokes.
Bearings
- High end stainless steel bearings
- Low friction thanks to single sided seals
- 2080 N load capacity per bearing
- Minimal bearing clearance
Additional Info
Shipping
Package Includes
Tubeless ready rim tape (pre-installed), Valve extension, Tubeless valve, QR skewers, Brake pads (SwissStop Black Prince Flash EVO).
For full carbon DISC Rear Wheel: Tubeless valve, valve spacer, valve cover patch, pump adapter, QR skewer, brake pads (SwissStop Black Prince Flash Pro), wheel bag.
Tyre Size
Rider Weight / Safety Notice
The maximum total system weight (bike + rider) for the HADRON Classic rim brake wheelset is 105kg (HADRON Ultimate rim brake is 100kg). Tyre pressures of 120psi should not be exceeded.
User Manual
Wheel Spec Comparison
Profile Depth
Aero Drag
Aero Wind Stability
Weight
Stiffness
PERFORMANCE DELTAS FOR WHEEL COMBINATIONS
Wind Tunnel Data measured on 2018 model Canyon Speedmax CF SLX at 45km/h
Wheel Setup Front / Rear | Drag (W) | DIFFERENCE (W) | STEERING MOMENT (Nm) | DIFFERENCE (%) |
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800/DISC | 57.10 | -1.80 | 1.29 | 0% |
800/800 | 58.90 | 0.00 | 1.29 | 0% |
625/800 | 60.00 | 1.10 | 0.97 | -25% |
625/625 | 60.20 | 1.30 | 0.97 | -25% |
500/800 | 61.70 | 2.80 | 0.71 | -45% |
500/625 | 62.10 | 3.20 | 0.71 | -45% |
500/500 | 62.70 | 3.80 | 0.71 | -45% |
*Performance difference relative to the 'aero setup' - 800 / 800 |
Aero Performance Chart

Wind Stability Chart

Time Benefits
Speed | Power | Drag Reduction | 40km | 90km | 180km | |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
10.6W 5W |
0m 36s
0m 45s |
1m 21s
1m 40s |
2m 42s
3m 20s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
12.7W 6W |
0m 43s
0m 54s |
1m 37s
2m 01s |
3m 14s
4m 02s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
14.8W 7W |
0m 51s
1m 03s |
1m 54s
2m 21s |
3m 48s
4m 42s |
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45km/h 35km/h |
350W 180W |
17.2W 8.1W |
0m 59s
1m 13s |
2m 12s
2m 44s |
4m 25s
5m 38s |
*Drag reduction given relative to standard road wheel set. |
Wheel Mapping
Tyre of Riding | Time Trial | Road Racing | Training | Alps |
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Product Reviews

HADRON Classic 800 Disc Brake - TRIMAX Review (March 2021)
Best performance-price ratio ever tested by TRIMAX! We take it. Read the entire review online at TRIMAX (only in French).
Verdict
- low wind sensitivity (for 80mm rim)
- perfect for long distance racing and long rides on fast courses
- in love with the stiffness for the HADRON wheels
- super fast and comfortable to ride
March 29, 2021
Best performance-price ratio ever tested by TRIMAX! We take it. Read the entire review online at TRIMAX (only in French).
Verdict
- low wind sensitivity (for 80mm rim)
- perfect for long distance racing and long rides on fast courses
- in love with the stiffness for the HADRON wheels
- super fast and comfortable to ride

HADRON Classic 800 - Triathlete Review (June 2020)
Triathlete editor Jonathan Blyer from the United States tested our HADRON Classic 800 rim brake wheelset over the last few month and wrote an in-depth review about the wheels.
Verdict:
- extremely affordable deep aero wheelset through online-direct business model
- high tech and high-quality finish
- wheels roll very smooth
- handle well in windy conditions
- accelerate well
- very predictable braking in dry conditions
- fairly stiff laterally and track well and predictably in high-speed corners
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great wheelset to consider with world championship-winning pedigree
June 26, 2020
Triathlete editor Jonathan Blyer from the United States tested our HADRON Classic 800 rim brake wheelset over the last few month and wrote an in-depth review about the wheels.
Verdict:
- extremely affordable deep aero wheelset through online-direct business model
- high tech and high-quality finish
- wheels roll very smooth
- handle well in windy conditions
- accelerate well
- very predictable braking in dry conditions
- fairly stiff laterally and track well and predictably in high-speed corners
- great wheelset to consider with world championship-winning pedigree